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Can MRT3 Catalyze Transit-Oriented Development?

Aziff Azuddin, Independent urban mobility researcher

14-Apr-22 07:15

Can MRT3 Catalyze Transit-Oriented Development?

The revived MRT3 project, which is expected to be completed in 2030, is touted as a catalyst for urban redevelopment in Kuala Lumpur. One of the initiatives under the MRT3 project is the building of affordable homes above the carpark facilities of at least 8 stations. How feasible is this proposal in practice? We get reactions from Aziff Azuddin, independent urban mobility researcher. Image credit: Shutterstock.com

Produced by: Shazana Mokhtar

Presented by: Shazana Mokhtar, Khoo Hsu Chuang, Tan Chen Li


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